Those Left Behind
Game Concept:
Those Left Behind is a 3rd person action-horror zombie game with elements of survival, time management and base management. It has a day and night cycle.
Night time is the time to get things done. One survivor is selected to venture out into the world to scavenge. The others stay at home resting or working to build stations at their home (stations, such as workshops and bedrooms, provide benefits to the community). After the player assigns jobs, the player selects a location from the main map for the lone survivor to visit. The player must use the survivor to scavenge for resources before daylight returns. While scavenging, the player can find building materials for stations, weapons, clothes/armor and other items such as lock-picks.
At night enemies are usually slow but they can still hurt the survivor if the player is not careful. Throughout the scavenging phase there is the possibility of Events. Events are periods in the night cycle during which the sky turns red and enemies become ferocious and alert.
Day time is the time to stay at home. Survivors can either rest or guard the base to protect against possible zombie attacks.
Some Game Features to Note:
1. Survivor characters have backstories and traits (for example: faster speed)
2. Survivor have statuses (Injury Status, Fatigue Status, Hunger Status, Sickness Status)
3. Survivors can equip a variety of melee weapons, primary weapons, and secondary weapons
4. A trading system (survivors can visit trading posts)
5. Many different locations, such as Industrial Area, Supermarket, Hospital, etc
6. A story that drives game progression
Story:
Imagine that one morning half of the population suddenly and mysteriously disappears. A few later hours later, the sun turns red and almost everyone else becomes a bloodthirsty monster. Those who didn’t turn into zombies, Those Left Behind must fight to survive. They must scavenge during the night and stay out of sight during the day. Lead a group of survivors and build a home. How long can they survive this nightmare? Will it ever come to an end?
Game Discussion
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Those Left Behind, immersing players in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by flesh-eating monsters. Players lead survivors who venture out nightly to scavenge for supplies, aiming to build a safe haven amidst escalating dangers.
Pros:
- Engaging Survival Mechanics: The game effectively combines base management with scavenging missions, requiring players to balance resource gathering and community building.
- Diverse Weaponry: Players can utilize a variety of melee weapons and firearms, including axes, machetes, shotguns, and rifles, allowing for varied combat strategies.
- Dynamic Environment: The game features a day-night cycle and weather system, adding layers of strategy as players navigate through different conditions.
Cons:
- Early Access Limitations: Despite being fully released, the game is presented as an Early Access title, containing rough edges and bugs that may affect gameplay.
- Repetitive Gameplay: Some players may find the scavenging missions and combat encounters become repetitive over time, potentially diminishing long-term engagement.
- Limited Narrative Depth: While survivors have backstories revealed through journal entries, the overall storyline may lack depth, leaving players desiring a more immersive narrative.
In conclusion, "Those Left Behind" offers a promising blend of survival mechanics and action-horror elements. While it currently faces some limitations, ongoing improvements could enhance the overall experience.
Score: 7 out of 10 scavenged supplies—A solid foundation with room for growth.